Sri Lanka, Aug. 20 -- The Government has decided to direct the Secretaries and heads of relevant ministries to seek continuous professional support from the National Cyber Protection Operations Center by establishing direct collaboration, Cabinet Spokesman, Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said. He added that the National Cyber Technology Operations Center operates 24/7 to monitor, identify and respond to cyber threats. It also offers resources to detect and report any malicious software or unauthorised access.

Addressing the weekly Cabinet press briefing yesterday (19), he further stated that there is a risk of obstruction to the essential services provided by public institutions and financial institutions due to cyberattacks t...